Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Tour

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Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 2 hours - 3 hours

Head off to meet the whales in the world's best observation site on a whale watching boat or zodiac tour departing from your choice of Tadoussac or Baie-Sainte-Catherine, Charlevoix! Our bilingual naturalist guides will teach you everything there is to know about these giants of the sea and the other marine mammals you will have the chance to encounter on this incredible adventure.

- Witness up to 13 majestic whale species in the best whale-watching site worldwide

- Choose your type of adventure between our speedy Zodiacs or our specially designed boats

- Listen to insightful bilingual commentary provided by expert naturalist guides onboard

- Admire breathtaking views of the Saguenay Fjord with its mountainous landscapes

- Enjoy stunning panoramic views aboard our vessels, specially designed for optimal marine mammal observation

What's included

  • Expert and certified naturalist guide onboard
  • Waterproof jacket and pants (if choosing the Zodiac option)
  • Bilingual commentary
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Whale watching tour

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Gratuities
    • Parking
    • Food and drinks
    • Binoculars

    Tour available in your selected language

    English
    French

    Additional information

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Stroller accessible only on boat (not on zodiac).

    For zodiac children under 6 years old are not allowed.

    If you are traveling from Québec City or Charlevoix, it is recommended to choose the Baie-Ste-Catherine departure instead of Tadoussac. The experience is identical, as the boat will pick up passengers from both locations.

    Location

    Departure point

    122 Rue de la Cale Sèche, Rue de la Cale Sèche 122, Tadoussac, G0T 2A0
    This is the meeting point for Zodiac departures from Tadoussac. We’ll provide waterproof clothing and have you sign a release form. No parking here—use the paid lot at the Marine Mammal Interpretation Centre (108, rue de la Cale Sèche), a short walk away.

    Departure point

    177 Rue des Pionniers, Rue des Pionniers 177, Tadoussac, G0T 2A0
    This is the ticket office for departures by boat. Before heading to the boarding point, head to the ticket office to pick up your physical tickets. It is only a short drive away from the boarding point (101, Rue du Bord de l'Eau, Tadoussac, QC G0T 2A0).

    Departure point

    159 Rte 138, Rte 138 159, Baie-Sainte-Catherine, G0T 1A0
    This is the boarding point for Zodiac and boat tours from Baie-Ste-Catherine, Charlevoix. Collect your physical tickets at the nearby booth before boarding. No parking here—use the paid lot up the road. Ask a customer service agent for directions when picking up your tickets.

    End point

    122 Rue de la Cale Sèche, Rue de la Cale Sèche 122, Tadoussac, G0T 2A0

    End point

    177 Rue des Pionniers, Rue des Pionniers 177, Tadoussac, G0T 2A0

    End point

    159 Rte 138, Rte 138 159, Baie-Sainte-Catherine, G0T 1A0

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